TravelNurseSource is working with Accede Solutions Inc to find a qualified NICU RN in Columbus, Ohio, 43210!
Pay Information
$2,124 to $2,304 per week
About The Position
Position Summary :
The NICU RN provides comprehensive care to neonates in a Level III NICU, focusing on the treatment of patients from 22 weeks gestation and above. This role involves managing respiratory distress, glucose management, and care for neonates requiring surgery or cardiac interventions.
Key Responsibilities :
- Patient Care : Provide specialized care to neonates, including those
- Medication Administration : Use Pyxis medication system to administer IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids.
- Documentation : Utilize Nationwide Children's EPIC system for accurate and timely patient documentation.
- Communication : Implement SBAR communication method to ensure effective interaction with healthcare providers and families.
- Special Procedures : Perform and manage procedures including arterial line management, central line care, and neonatal abstinence syndrome interventions.
- Respiratory Management : Oversee ventilator settings and adjustments (AC / PC / SIMV / CPAP / BIPAP / PEEP).
Required Certifications :
Basic Life Support (BLS)Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)Skills and Experience :
Experience in NICU Level III and Level IV settings.Competency in cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management.Proficient in gastrointestinal feeding methods and management of oral / nasogastric / nasojejunal tubes.Expertise in infection control measures and IV therapy, including umbilical artery and vein catheter management.Provider Support :
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including NP, interpretation services, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretary.Important Notes :
Candidates with prior experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH) will be given special consideration.Patient Diagnoses :
Care for neonates with conditions such as respiratory distress, glucose management issues, and those requiring surgical or cardiac interventions transferred to NCH main campus.Special Procedures / Unit Details :
Nationwide Children's NICU supports all necessary equipment, supplies, patient care policies, and procedures28815007EXPPLAT
Job Requirements
BLS, NRP
IV therapy
Arterial line management
Central Line / Implanted Line Care
UAC (Umbilical Artery Catheter)
UVC (Umbilical Vein Catheter)
Cardiovascular
Dysrhythmia Interpretation / Management
Gastrointestinal
Feedings (bottle, breast, gavage)
Placement / Management of oral / nasogastric / nasojejunal tubes
Infectious Disease
Isolation Precautions
Medications / Emergency Medications
IV vasopressors
Steroids
Surfactants
Neurologic
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Patient Types
Neonates < 24-28 weeks
Work Settings
NICU III
Respiratory
Ventilator management (AC / PC / SIMV / CPAP / BIPAP / PEEP)
About Accede Solutions Inc
Accede is a women and Minority owned staffing firm headquarted in IL and serving clients since 2005. We provide services in Healthcare, technology, Life Sciences and Insurance domain to our clients.